Floor sanding and floor restoration in Barrow in FurnessRestore it. Don't replace it.
Wood floor sanding, wooden worktops, tile and stone cleaning, stone polishing and Victorian floor restoration. Nearly a decade of bringing tired floors back to life, with almost no dust left behind.
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Barrow in Furness, Walney Island and South Cumbria
BeforeAfter
Drag to compare. A real oak floor we restored.
Every kind of hard floor, and the worktops too
Choose a service to see what is involved.
BeforeAfterBack to bare timber, then a finish built to last
Old lacquer, stains, grey patches and wear are sanded away to reveal clean wood, then the floor is finished with a professional lacquer or oil system chosen for how you live.
- Dustless sanding. Our main belt sander is a dustless machine and the edgers run on an M class vacuum, the standard set by the Health and Safety Executive.
- Ceramic abrasives. Menzer ceramic belts and discs, worked through the grits in the correct sequence, so no scratches are left behind.
- Edges that match. The whole floor is blended with multi hole pads, so the borders and the middle look the same.
- Lacquer or oil. Arboritec ceramic reinforced lacquers in ultra matt to semi gloss, or a natural oiled finish.
Good for: oak, pine, parquet, herringbone, engineered boards with enough wear layer, stairs, landings, and community and church halls.
Oak worktop, sanded and oiledWorktops that look new, without a new kitchen
Solid wood worktops take a beating around sinks, hobs and kettles. We sand them back to clean timber and refinish them with a protective oil, so they look fresh and resist water again.
- Water damage and black rings around sinks and taps sanded out wherever the timber allows.
- Scratches, burns and knife marks taken back to a smooth, even surface.
- Fresh protective oil built up in thin coats so water beads on the surface.
- Clean and tidy work with extraction on every sander, in a room you are still living in.
Good to know: very deep black staining can go right into the wood. We will tell you honestly on the survey how much we expect to remove.
BeforeAfterDeep cleaning that reaches the grout lines
Years of dirt, old sealers and ground in grime dull even the best stone and tile. We deep clean, strip old coatings where needed, and seal the floor to keep it looking right for longer.
- Deep clean of tiles and grout using professional Faber products matched to your stone.
- Old sealers and waxes stripped so the floor can be resealed properly.
- Stains treated, from oil and grease to rust and limescale, using the right chemistry for the job.
- Protective sealing that helps the floor resist spills and makes daily cleaning easier.
Good for: limestone, sandstone, slate, travertine, marble, porcelain, ceramic, terracotta and quarry tiles.
BeforeAfterBring back the shine to polished stone
Polished stone loses its shine through foot traffic, light scratches and etch marks from acidic spills. Polishing brings back the depth and reflection the floor had when it was new.
- Dull traffic lanes brought back up to match the rest of the floor.
- Light scratches and etch marks from drinks, cleaners and grit polished out.
- Your choice of look, from a soft satin glow to a high shine.
- Aftercare advice on the right cleaners, so the shine lasts.
Good to know: deeper damage can need more than polishing. We will look at the floor first and tell you what it really needs.
Victorian geometric floor, before and afterOriginal tiled hallways, brought back to life
Many Victorian and Edwardian homes still hide their original geometric tiles under carpet, lino, paint or cement. With patient cleaning and the right products, the colours and pattern come back.
- Carpet glue, paint and cement carefully removed without harming the tiles.
- Deep cleaning that brings back the original reds, blacks, buffs and blues.
- Advice on missing or broken tiles, and how best to match them.
- Sealed to suit the tiles, with a natural or enhanced look, and easy to clean.
Good for: hallways, porches, paths and fireplace hearths in period homes.
Floors and worktops we have restored
From family kitchens to busy community halls.
Simple from first call to finished floor
Send us photos and a few details through our quote tool or on WhatsApp, and we will send you an estimate so you know where you stand.
We visit to see the floor or worktop in person, test what it is and talk through the look you want. Every estimate is confirmed at this stage.
Your confirmed price in writing, with every stage explained, the products we will use and how long it should take.
Dust controlled sanding on wood, careful masking of sensitive surfaces on tile and stone, and your home protected throughout. We keep you updated as we go.
Care guidelines and product advice, so the finish keeps looking its best for years.
Restoration is our whole trade
Of hands on floor sanding, stone care and Victorian tile restoration.
Dustless sanding and M class extraction. Dust is bagged and sealed as we go.
Arboritec finishes from Sweden, Faber stone care from Italy and Menzer abrasives from Germany.
Founder of the Floor Restoration Network UK, a community of restoration professionals for over 8 years.
If a floor needs less than you expected, we will tell you. If it needs more, we will explain why.
Saving an original floor is better for your home, your budget and the planet.
What our customers say
From the moment I contacted Steven for a quote I was impressed at his professionalism. Arrived when he said he would. Always on time. So knowledgeable and the results on our floor are outstanding. I believe that my floor has never looked so good. Well not since 1879 when it was laid. Delighted with the result and would highly recommend.
Steven transformed our pine floor. It's bright, but also smooth across the whole surface. Always professional and very knowledgeable. This is someone who you can trust with your floors and I would highly recommend his work.
From first contacting Squirrel Property Services to the end result of my restored parquet flooring, I have received a fantastic, professional service. I was really impressed with Steven's work ethic and knowledge and would highly recommend to anyone needing their floor restoring to its former glory!
Based on Walney Island, working across Furness
Further afield? Get in touch. Larger jobs are often worth the trip.
Things people often ask
How much dust will there be?
Very little. Our main sander is a dustless machine, the edgers run on an M class vacuum, and the dust is bagged and sealed as we go. Most customers are surprised how clean the house is.
How long does a wood floor take?
It depends on the size and condition of the floor. A single room is often finished in a day or two, while several rooms can take most of a week. Your quote shows the expected time, and all timings are approximate because every floor is different.
When can the furniture go back?
On lacquered floors, furniture can generally go back 12 hours after the final coat, lifted into place with felt pads fitted. The finish fully cures over the following days, so rugs wait a little longer.
Can my engineered floor be sanded?
Usually, if the top layer of real wood is thick enough. We check this on the survey before quoting.
Do I need to move the furniture?
Rooms need to be cleared before we start. If something is too heavy or awkward, tell us when we survey and we will talk it through.
Is the quote free?
Yes. The estimate, survey and written quote are all free and there is no obligation.
Is the estimate the final price?
It is our best guide from your photos and details. Every estimate is confirmed when we survey the floor, and your written quote is the price you pay.
How do I pay?
Once a start date is agreed, a deposit invoice is raised. It can be paid online securely by credit or debit card, or PayPal.
Tell us about your floor
The quickest way to a price is to send us photos of your floor. Or fill in the form below and we will come back to you to arrange a free survey.
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